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Deep Ellum Blues Burger

In the early 1920s, the Deep Ellum area of Dallas was a birthing ground for many famous jazz and blues musicians. Greats like Blind Lemon Jefferson, Sam "Lightnin'" Hopkins and Huddie "Leadbelly" Ledbetter performed along 'Deep Elm Street' before moving on to the big time and leaving us with a precious musical legacy . The Deep Ellum Blues Burger is a tribute to the rich, sweet, savory, soul stirring music conceived there.

And like their music, this burger will make an indelible mark on your mind and leave you craving more.

Finely chop the apple smoked bacon in a food processor. Then in a large bowl, combine ground chuck, apple smoked bacon, cinnamon brown sugar rub, prepared onion marmalade and blue cheese. Blend mixture loosely being careful not to overwork. Divide mixture into 6 patties about an inch thick. Set aside.

Spread garlic butter the insides of the buns. Place them on the grill for just about a minute on each side until you see grill marks. Remove from grill and place on plates.
Now put the burger patties on the grill and cook to desired doneness, about 5 minutes per side for medium-rare, 7 minutes for medium.

Place burgers in the buns and garnish with romaine lettuce and balsamic vinaigrette to taste. Serve immediately.